TRAITS Traits are personal characteristics. They are things about you, such as how you look or what you like.

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TRAITS Traits are personal characteristics. They are things about you, such as how you look or what you like.

Inherited Traits Some traits are given to you by mom and dad through genes. Genes are DNA information that is in your cells. We call these traits that are passed down through genes “inherited” traits.

Examples of Inherited Traits Eye Color Hair Color Skin Color Height Foot size Moles, birthmarks, freckles Diseases or conditions

Learned Traits/Behaviors Some traits are not passed down from your parents, but you learned them over time from those around you or your environment.

Examples of Learned Traits/Behaviors Mannerisms Language Religion Food preferences Music likes and dislikes Favorite sport

Sources EXAMPLES OF INHERITED TRAITS http://www.sln.org/csi/knox/Traits/traitsexamples.pdf Family Tree http://www.kzoo.edu/pfolio/archive/example/jenks/genlesson.htm